India, June 16 -- Kuwait has officially entered the Islamic month of Muharram 1448 Hijri on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, marking the beginning of the Islamic New Year. The occasion is observed as a nationwide public holiday, leading to the closure of government offices, schools, and banks across the country.

Financial institutions also paused operations for the day as Kuwait observes one of the most important months in the Islamic calendar. The month of Muharram continues with key religious observances, including Ashura on Thursday, June 25, 2026, which holds deep spiritual importance across the Muslim world.

Muharram 2026 Date in Kuwait: When is Muharram in Kuwait?

Muharram 1448 Hijri officially began in Kuwait on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, a...